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Ionia, MO

Missouri

Ionia is a small town in Missouri with a population of 59. Residents earn $14,750 per year, which is 80% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
59 Population 393/sq mi density
$14,750 Median Income $28,844 per capita
$60,700 Home Value $252,205 Zillow
54°F Avg Temperature 262 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$14,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$60,700 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $14,750
80% lower than US avg
Home Value $60,700
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.8%
89% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 58.3%
370% higher than US avg

How Ionia Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population59
Median Age57.7 yrs
Density393/mi²
Male / Female71% / 29%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Veterans53.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$14,750
Per Capita$28,844
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty58.3%
Commute42 min

Housing

A
Home Value$60,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$252,205
Housing Units43
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity33.3%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking17.9%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.8 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation955 ft (291 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.8%
High School+39.6%
Graduate+5.8%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute42 min
Broadband35.0%

Is Ionia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ionia receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Ionia has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ionia is $14,750, 80% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 58.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ionia is $60,700, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 39.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Ionia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 inches, including 5.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Ionia has a population of 59 with a density of 393 people per square mile. The median age is 57.7 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.5%).

Population

59
Total Population
393
People / sq mi
57.7yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 71.2%
Female 28.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ionia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ionia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ionia is $14,750, which is 80% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 58.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Ionia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$14,750
80% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,844

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate58.3%
370% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ionia is $60,700, 78% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $252,205.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$60,700
78% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$252,205

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.4%
Housing Units43
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

In Ionia, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 17.9% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Ionia vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.3%
4% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma9.6%
COPD7.3%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.5%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Checkup Rate65.9%
Dental Visits45.5%

Food & Exercise

Ionia has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.8 inches. The area enjoys 262 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.8 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall5.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation955 ft (291 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density393/sq mi
Coordinates38.5018°N, 93.3237°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 35.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.8%
89% below US avg
High School+39.6%
Graduate Degree+5.8%
School Test Score5.51
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density393/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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